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Honda Classic Smashes Records Baywatch Bursts Into Boca Local Leadership Joins Worldwide Company in This Issue The Newsletter of the Palm Beach County Film and Television Commission | MARCH 2016 IN THIS ISSUE LOCAL LEADERSHIP JOINS WORLDWIDE COMPANY Carolco Pictures, who produced blockbuster films such as Terminator 2: 1 CAROLCO’S NEW COO Judgment Day, Basic Instinct, Total Recall, and the first three movies of the Rambo series, recently announced that Jacqueline Journey will serve as 2 HONDA CLASSIC HITS BIG the new Chief Operating Officer. Ms. Journey, a Palm Beach County resident, is a producer and director who has a history of award-winning projects for film 3 BAYWATCH IN BOCA and television. Her work has been seen across the globe including Europe, Africa, Asia and the Pacific Rim, the Middle East, South America, and the Jacqueline Journey 4 LOCAL FILM ON XFINITY United States. Several were award-winning live concerts, documentaries, and high profile interviews featuring Oscar winners, Grammy winners, legends and 5 BIRDING ADVENTURES celebrities including Matthew McConaughey, Dennis Quaid, Willie Nelson, Billy Bob Thornton, Juliette Lewis and Taylor Swift. Additionally Ms. Journey premiered her EDUCATION CORNER: 6 first feature film, Hidden Assets, at The Palm Beach International Film Festival in G-STAR HOSTS AUDITIONS 2015 and it also screened in Cannes and won Best Film at Florida Supercon. 7 LOCATION SPOTLIGHT: COASTAL HOTSPOTS CAROLCO is a diversified organization engaged in the financing and production of motion picture and television properties. Ms. Journey said, "I am thrilled to be a part of one of the most iconic brands in the industry. I believe CAROLCO has tremendous potential." FTC Film Commissioner Chuck Elderd shared, “Jacqueline is an exceptional talent and undoubtedly her vast experience will pave the way for her continued success.” For more info visit carolcopictures.com. 1555 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd., Suite 900 561.233.1000 pbfilm.com HONDA CLASSIC SMASHES RECORDS BAYWATCH BURSTS INTO BOCA 18 hours of HD coverage aired to 250 coun- Baywatch, an upcoming feature based tries worldwide during this year’s Honda Clas- on the popular 1990s TV series about a sic, one of NBC’s The Golf Channel’s most group of lifeguards who patrol a crowded competitive tournaments. The PGA National beach, is filming scenes in The Palm Beaches—an ideal location Resort & Spa enjoyed a week of primetime for the film’s picturesque coastline, sunny skies, and swaying from February 22-28, with fans flocking to the palm trees amidst the high action and hilarity of the script. popular Bear Trap and Patriots’ Outpost. Air- The Paramount Worldwide Productions team recently filmed at ings of the week-long broadcast averaged Winner Adam Scott South Inlet Park, Boca Beach Club and the Boca Raton Re- more than 2 million viewers nationwide. sort and Club Marina for scenes involving a rescued kite surfer The event set an attendance record, surpassing 200,000 specta- to a character diving from the jetty. All aspects of the filming tors throughout the week. As one of the county’s largest sporting activity involved the assistance of PBC events, the PBC Sports Commission is proud to support the Parks & Recreation, the Palm Beach Sher- premier tournament and its vast benefits to tourism in The Palm iff’s Office, the U.S. Coast Guard, and the Beaches. “This is a great example of how sporting events can City of Boca Raton among other key PBC showcase The Palm Beaches to a world- municipal players. The film stars Dwayne wide audience,” said PBC Sports Com- “The Rock” Johnson and Zac Efron, and is mission Executive Director George Lin- slated for release in 2017. Follow the action Johnson & Efron ley. See more at thehondaclassic.com. On Set at imdb.com/title/tt1469304. FOCUS ON FILM THE PALM BEACHES AIRS ACROSS THE US LOCAL FILM ON XFINITY Airing on local public broadcasting sta- Local filmmaker Ann Fishman prem- tions nationwide is a series titled Travels iered her film, Marriage Material, last and Traditions with Burt Wolf. The series year at The Palm Beach International follows travel expert Burt Wolf as he experi- Film Festival. With momentum follow- ences the arts, culture and entertainment in ing the festival, XFINITY is now offering the movie On Demand. cities across the world. Apex Productions Fishman explained, “This is a great platform to be on because filmed Burt at the Morikami Museum and Host Burt Wolf it validates the quality of the film which lifts us to a higher level.” Japanese Gardens, the International Polo Club, and Phil The film stars SNL veteran Victoria Jackson and several actors Foster Park and more. The episode highlights the County’s from the Burt Reynolds Institute for Film and Theatre. Ann historical perspective and destinations. The series will air on shared, “Local film is important because it supports local artists local public broadcasting stations and all around the states. and provides an opportunity for our community to be reflected Burt Wolf is also presenting segments from the program on in film and in so doing makes a mark on culture globally.” The Facebook and Twitter. “We are thrilled to work on this project film is available for rent or buy at XFINITY, and see it presented on TV stations across the US. This is great Amazon and other platforms. For more exposure for The Palm Beaches,” said info visit marriagematerialthemovie.com. Paul Waide, Director of Operations for Apex. For more information, visit www.burtwolf.com. BORN TO EXPLORE PBC WILDLIFE The Emmy Award-winning TV series Born to Ex- A BIG SWING FOR GOLF plore with Richard Wiese and Lion Country Safari (LCS) recently teamed up to bring students For the past 10 years, the Allianz Championship has made on a virtual field trip of the one-of-a-kind wildlife an impact on the landscape of sports in Boca Raton and provided attraction. 6th graders from New Jersey ventured exposure for The Palm Beaches. The Allianz, which took place south to enjoy the prime “winter” weather of The over seven days, included a 54-hole stroke-play competition with Palm Beaches and learn about animal adaptation in up-close a purse of $1.7 million. The competition was broadcast to a nation- encounters. “We already do virtual field trips for elementary al and international audience for three days on The Golf Channel. The 18 hours of television schools in PBC, so to showcase this on national TV will be a coverage was extended for a 3-hole playoff great opportunity. There is nothing quite like hands-on learning between Billy Andrade and Esteban Toledo. to build an appreciation for animals like giraffes, rhinos and zebras,” said LCS Marketing Director Jennifer Berthiaume. The various formats of distribution included live play LCS’s professional and experienced action, tape delay, full broadcast, and highlights. The staff are accustomed to a variety of Golf Channel is estimated to reach 3.6 million people. film, television and still photography In addition, the tournament was also distributed in 212 countries with a potential viewership of 145 mil- productions, making LCS an ideal lion households. Esteban Toledo won on the third extra hole to location for a seamless day. The win the Allianz Championship. Find out more online at alli- segment will air on April 2 on ABC anzchampionship.com. stations nationwide. BIRDING ADVENTURES FLOCKS TO THE PALM BEACHES Nikon's Birding Adventures TV (BATV), which focuses on destination and adventure bird-watching, is exploring all corners of The Palm Beaches in search of the most unusual, rare and highly sought after bird species! Three upcoming episodes will spotlight our region, covering popular wildlife locations from Green Cay Nature Center to Busch Wildlife Sanctuary. BATV highlights the importance of preserving the planet’s incredible birdlife. Led by their informative, passionate, and wild host James Currie, they also delve into local culture, attractions and nightlife. The show has been all over the world, from Madagascar to Israel. Local production company AA Video produces BATV, and the West Palm Beach-based crew looks forward to promoting their home base. “The Palm Beaches offer some of the best birding in the U.S.!” said Produc- tion Manager Jeff Aderman. The PBC based episodes of BATV will air in Summer of 2016. Watch previous 2 Host James Currie episodes and get to know the team at birdingadventures.com. FOCUS ON FILM A FESTIVAL WITH A CAUSE COCONUT COVE’S INSANE INSPIRATION LUNAFEST will be held at FAU’s Animal Planet’s Insane Pools: Off Lifelong Learning Society at the John the Deep End features outdoor design D. MacArthur Campus in Jupiter on expert Lucas Congdon and his crew March 24th at 7pm. Established in 2000 taking the construction of backyard by LUNA, the makers of the Whole pools to unprecedented heights. The Nutrition Bar for Women, the festival connects like-minded series recently filmed at Coconut women through film. LUNAFEST will show a diverse collection Cove Waterpark in Boca Raton, using Fishbowl Worldwide of films such as Balsa Wood, First World Problems, and the popular attraction as inspiration for Media Team Raising Ryland. “We are thrilled to present this festival to the an insanely innovative design. public and look forward to hosting a wonderful selection of films,” said Kami Batchelder, Associate Director of Public Rela- “The staff went above and beyond to tions at FAU’s Lifelong Learning Society. welcome our crew and accommodate our filming requests. The facilities 15% of the proceeds from the event were ideal for what we needed. We go to the Breast Cancer Fund, and got lots of beautiful, fun footage for that episode!” shared the 85% help fund FAU scholarships for female students on the Fishbowl Worldwide Media production team.
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